Stone Carving

6. Stone chisels

Detail such as paws and face are cut using
sharp stone chisels and smaller mallets and hammers.

7. Files and rifflers

Files and rifflers are used to create smooth lines and work areas
where carving is restricted.

8. Diamond pads

The
stone is then polished with six different grades of diamond pads
and papers. They are used together with water, which keeps the
dust down and creates a compound.

9. Linseed oil and wax

During carving and the
polishing process, approximately twenty coats of linseed oil are
applied. Finally the sculpture is allowed to dry out for a few
days before polishing the surface with a layer of wax.